Multi-front battle over abortion intensifies with Florida's 6-week ban
Florida is the latest example of how quickly and dramatically state laws are changing in the wake of last year's Supreme Court decision striking down Roe v. Wade.
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DeSantis signs Florida's six-week abortion ban into law
Under the law, anyone performing an abortion after six weeks of pregnancy could be charged with a third-degree felony.
DOJ appeals abortion pill ruling
The Justice Department is asking an appeals court to pause a judge's ruling halting FDA approval of a widely used abortion pill. Conflicting rulings have caused confusion over the pill's future in the U.S., especially in states that have introduced new abortion restrictions following the fall of Roe v. Wade. Leah Litman, a professor of law at the University of Michigan, joined with more.
Justice Department seeks clarification from federal court on competing abortion pill rulings
The rulings from federal judges in Texas and Washington were issues less than 20 minutes apart, the Justice Department said.
California, Massachusetts begin stockpiling abortion pill
California secured about two million pills, while Massachusetts purchased about 15,000.
Conflicting rulings on abortion pill access
One federal judge in Texas issued a ruling suspending national Food and Drug Administration approval of a common abortion pill, but another judge in Washington state reversed that decision for more than dozen states. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes explains the current status of access to the abortion pill across the country.
Idaho criminalizes helping minors travel for abortions without parental consent
A conviction for the "crime of abortion trafficking" comes with a minimum sentence of two years in state prison.
Wyoming governor signs bill banning abortion pills
The governor also allowed a separate measure restricting abortion to become law without his signature.
Texas judge hearing abortion pill case
A federal judge in Texas will hear arguments today in a lawsuit claiming the FDA should have never approved the drug mifepristone. When used with another medication, it is the most common method of abortion in the U.S. Leah Litman, a professor of law at the University of Michigan and co-host of the "Strict Scrutiny" podcast, joined CBS News to discuss the implications of the case on abortion rights.
Michigan legislature votes to repeal 1931 law criminalizing abortion drugs
The bill repeals sections of Michigan's penal code pertaining to "miscarriage" inducing drugs.
Texas women file lawsuit against state's abortion bans
A group of women and two doctors have filed a lawsuit against the Texas attorney general and the state's medical board over the state's abortion bans. The plaintiffs in the case said Tuesday that they were denied critical care due to a lack of clarity in the laws.
Walgreens says it won't sell abortion pills by mail in 20 states
The decision comes as a federal judge is set to rule on a lawsuit that seeks to restrict access to Mifepristone.
New male birth control shows promising results in lab mice, study says
The birth control renders lab mice "temporarily infertile" via a single injectable dose, according to a study published in the medical journal Nature.
The post-Roe fight over abortion
On Friday, the March for Life — the annual gathering of anti-abortion rights activists in Washington — was held for the first time since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa talked with activists who argue that the end of Roe is not the end of their fight.
How CBS News covered Roe v. Wade in 1973
On Jan. 22, 1973, Walter Cronkite reported on the Supreme Court abortion decision that would shape American lives and political debate for the next 50 years.
SCOTUS investigation into leaked draft continues
Following an eight month investigation, the Supreme Court said investigators have not been able to determine who leaked a draft of its ruling overturning Roe v. Wade. The court said the investigation into the leak is not over yet. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford discussed the latest on the investigation.
"March for Life" holds first rally post-Roe
The "March for Life" anti-abortion rally is being held for the first time since the overturning of Roe Vv Wade last year. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins us from the scene in Washington with the latest.
1/19: Red and Blue
White House and Republicans at odds over debt ceiling solutions; Supreme Court's investigation into leaked draft overturning Roe.
Supreme Court says it's unable to identify leaker
The Supreme Court said its investigation into the leak of the draft opinion in its blockbuster abortion case last spring has been "unable to identify a person responsible." CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford joins Errol Barnett and Lana Zak with more on the breaking news.
Supreme Court fails to identify who leaked draft opinion
The Supreme Court said in a report released on Thursday that it had not determined who leaked a draft of the court's bombshell opinion overturning Roe v. Wade last year. The eight-month investigation included interviews with more than 80 staffers who had access to the draft. While a person was not identified, investigators did conclude that the leak came from inside the court. Jan Crawford has the details.
Kamala Harris to give speech to commemorate 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade
The Biden administration wants to signal that the administration won't give up on aboriton now that the midterm election is over.
CVS sued by nurse who was fired after she refused to prescribe birth control
A third lawsuit against the pharmacy chain claims it illegally fired an employee who said her religion prevented her from prescribing the drugs.
2022 in politics: Shocks, upsets and history made
2022 marked a year of political surprises, disappointments and landmark legislation. Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez, and Democratic strategist Joel Payne, spoke with CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge about the most significant political moments of the year, and how they could impact the country going into 2023.
The states where abortion rights are on the ballot on Election Day
In five states, voters will decide in the midterm elections this November whether to protect the right to abortion or restrict access.
Special Report: Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
The Supreme Court on Friday overturned its landmark decision in Roe v. Wade that established the right to an abortion. The ruling that marks a seismic shift in abortion law and will usher in new rules limiting or banning access to the procedure in half of the states, in some places immediately. "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell anchors this CBS News Special Report with CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford and team coverage of the impact of the decision.
Body of soldier who went missing in Morocco recovered, U.S. Army says
The Moroccan military recovered the body of one of two U.S. soldiers who went missing on May 2, the U.S. Army said.
French passenger of hantavirus ship starts showing symptoms on flight home
A Dutch-flagged cruise ship that was hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak reached Spain's Canary Islands early Sunday morning.
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Iranian state media says Tehran has responded to peace proposal
President Trump said Saturday he "expects to hear very soon" from the Iranians.
War with Iran is "not over," Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the war with Iran is "not over" because there's still highly enriched uranium that needs to be removed from the country.
International operation disrupts "cocaine highway" across the Atlantic
Europol said an international operation successfully disrupted a major drug trafficking route known as the "cocaine highway."
CBS News Radio: A beacon of broadcast journalism signs off
Founded nearly a century ago, CBS Radio, featuring legends such as Edward R. Murrow, Robert Trout and Charles Osgood, created the template for broadcast journalists. But on May 22, CBS will end its heralded radio service.
Watch our full interview with Spencer Pratt
Former reality TV star Spencer Pratt opened up about his run for mayor of Los Angeles in an exclusive interview with CBS News.
Audio captures moment Frontier plane fatally struck pedestrian
The plane was evacuated because of smoke in the aircraft after the collision, according to the flight crew.
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Principal who tackled gunman: "God's hand was on all of us"
Kirk Moore, the Oklahoma principal who tackled a gunman, sits down with CBS News for a network exclusive interview airing Monday on "CBS Mornings."
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 10, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Sen. Mark Kelly join Margaret Brennan.
Sen. Mark Kelly says Pentagon's $1.5 trillion budget request is "outrageous"
Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona said the Trump administration's $1.5 trillion budget request for defense spending is "outrageous."
A city rises again from the ashes – but will it be strong enough?
In Los Angeles, rebuilding after last year's devastating wildfires has been a race to the status quo, with speed winning out over safety and strength.
Motherless daughters: Coming together
Twenty years ago, Hope Edelman, author of the bestseller "Motherless Daughters," founded a global support network for women who, like her, were young when their mothers died – to share tears, sisterhood and affirmation.
Supreme Court ruling ushers in a new era of gerrymandering
The Supreme Court has ruled that, under the Voting Rights Act, Congressional districts can no longer be drawn along racial lines, but can be shaped by partisan aims. The result: A dash to re-draw voting districts in several states. What does this portend for democracy?
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Fed unlikely to cut interest rates until 2027, Bank of America says
A "hawkish" turn at the Fed and stubbornly high inflation could delay interest rate cuts, according to Bank of America economists.
What the Trump administration's latest tariff blow means for businesses
A trade court's ruling this week against a 10% U.S. tariff is narrow in scope, offering limited relief to importers. Here's what to know.
ABC accuses the FCC of violating free speech rights over "The View"
ABC filed a petition with the FCC claiming that the agency's scrutiny of "The View" threatens to "chill critical protected speech."
Employers added 115,000 jobs in April, blowing past forecasts
Hiring once again exceeded forecasts, with employers adding far more than the projected gains of 65,000.
U.S. trade court rules against Trump's 10% tariffs
The tariffs were put in place in February, days after the Supreme Court struck down President Trump's previous round of sweeping "Liberation Day" tariffs.
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 10, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Sen. Mark Kelly join Margaret Brennan.
Sen. Mark Kelly says Pentagon's $1.5 trillion budget request is "outrageous"
Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona said the Trump administration's $1.5 trillion budget request for defense spending is "outrageous."
Transcript: Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 10, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, who is on boards the of Pfizer and UnitedHealthCare, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 10, 2026.
Transcript: Rep. Ted Lieu on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 10, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Ted Lieu, Democrat of California, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 10, 2026.
Transcript: Save the Children President and CEO Janti Soeripto on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 10, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with former Save the Children President and CEO Janti Soeripto that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 10, 2026.
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French passenger of hantavirus ship starts showing symptoms on flight home
A Dutch-flagged cruise ship that was hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak reached Spain's Canary Islands early Sunday morning.
Hantavirus cruise passengers to be evacuated
In just hours, the cruise ship at the center of a deadly hantavirus outbreak is expected to arrive in the Canary Islands. All the passengers will then be evacuated to their home countries, including 17 Americans. Ramy Inocencio reports and Dr. Jon LaPook has more on the virus.
WHO director arrives in Canary Islands to oversee hantavirus cruise evacuation
More than 100 people from a cruise ship dealing with an outbreak of the rare and deadly hantavirus are set to be disembarked.
A deadly diagnosis almost derailed a mom's dream. Her husband gave her hope.
Maralee Lellio always dreamed of having a large family. A Stage IV cancer diagnosis almost caused her to lose hope.
Man who survived hantavirus 24 years ago, but lost mom and sister, recounts experience
In 2002, Zermeño found out he contracted hantavirus after cleaning the family house following the death of his mother and sister. He had been exposed to rodent droppings and became infected.
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Body of soldier who went missing in Morocco recovered, U.S. Army says
The Moroccan military recovered the body of one of two U.S. soldiers who went missing on May 2, the U.S. Army said.
Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of violating U.S.-brokered ceasefire
Russia and Ukraine accused each other of breaking a U.S.-brokered ceasefire on Sunday.
International operation disrupts "cocaine highway" across the Atlantic
Europol said an international operation successfully disrupted a major drug trafficking route known as the "cocaine highway."
Transcript: Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 10, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, who is on boards the of Pfizer and UnitedHealthCare, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 10, 2026.
Transcript: Rep. Ted Lieu on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 10, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Ted Lieu, Democrat of California, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 10, 2026.
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5/10: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The Supreme Court ushers in a new era of gerrymandering; the legacy of CBS News Radio; motherless daughters; comedian Martin Short; rebuilding L.A.; remembering Ted Turner; and Martha Stewart prepares a Mother's Day breakfast.
Martin Short: Facing tragedy with joy
When you learn what Martin Short has endured in his private life, as captured in the hilarious and heartbreaking documentary "Marty: Life Is Short," the comedian's irrepressibly sunny attitude is all the more astonishing.
Extended interview: Martin Short
In this web exclusive, correspondent Tracy Smith sits down with comedian Martin Short, star of "SCTV," "Saturday Night Live" and "Only Murders in the Building," to talk about how director Lawrence Kasdan convinced him to become the subject of the documentary, "Martin: Life Is Short." They also discuss applying his childhood fantasies in show business; experiencing grief and loss as a young man; his first professional job on "Godspell" with Gilda Radner; and the value of reading his own reviews. He also describes his treasured characters like Ed Grimley, Nathan Thurm and Jiminy Glick.
Martin Short: Facing tragedy with joy
For more than 50 years, comedian Martin Short has been a bright spot on any stage or screen. And when you know what he has endured in his private life, his irrepressibly sunny attitude is all the more astonishing. "Marty: Life Is Short," a hilarious and heartbreaking Netflix documentary, tells of the personal tragedies that Short has endured since childhood – and how he has risen above them. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with Short and director Lawrence Kasdan about grief and loss being met with laughter and joy.
Martha Stewart: How to make an omelet
In her latest book, "The Martha Way," Martha Stewart shares her classic methods for cooking – the building blocks essential to every home chef.
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Online learning platform Canvas hacked
The online learning platform Canvas, which is used by 30 million students around the world, was hacked Thursday in a massive cyberattack. The platform is used by thousands of schools, including major universities. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Canvas back online after cyberattack hit learning platform for U.S. schools
A system that thousands of schools and universities use was offline due to a cyberattack.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Here's how AI can help with retirement planning, and where it struggles
As more people turn to chatbots for financial advice, experts say AI offers both pros and cons for retirement planning. Here's what to know.
Google unveils screenless Fitbit
Fitness trackers started as devices for measuring workouts, but now they are designed for 24/7 monitoring and the passive collection of health data. Fitbit announced its latest device, called the Fitbit Air, to compete with other screenless trackers like the Whoop. Tech journalist Lexi Savvides joins CBS News with more.
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What's in the released UFO files?
The Pentagon released UFO documents on Friday, with President Trump telling the public to "have fun" deciding for itself what is going on. Carter Evans reports.
Trump: UFO files released for transparency
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said it's time for the American people see it for themselves, as the Pentagon started releasing previously classified documents related to UFOs and UAPs. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.
"The Age of Disclosure" director on UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released and declassified numerous files on UFOs, including eyewitness testimony, photos and reports. Government knowledge of non-human intelligent life was the subject of the documentary "The Age of Disclosure," released in February. Its director and producer, Dan Farah, joins CBS News to discuss.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
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Beverly Hills 911
Beverly Hills detectives try to figure out how a widow ended up dead below a staircase in her mansion. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports.
How did a wealthy widow wind up dead below a staircase in her mansion?
Beverly Hills detectives responding to the death of 67-year-old Violet Yacobi — who was found on the marble floor below a staircase in her mansion — suspected foul play and her dentist son, and wondered if the family fortune was a motive for murder.
Mother of missing woman in Bahamas speaks out
The search for Michigan mother Lynette Hooker headed into a fifth week as Coast Guard investigators seek to question the owners of a sailboat that was moored near the Hooker's vessel when she went missing. Cristian Benavides reports.
CBS News finds security gaps at Hilton Hotel
CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga returned to the Hilton Hotel in Washington, D.C., to better understand the security surrounding the White House Correspondents' Dinner. What she found was a 13-minute gap in security camera coverage in the moments leading up to the shooting.
DOJ yet to authenticate possible Epstein note
A federal judge has made public an apparent suicide note written by convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
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UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Artemis crew surprises 5-year-old aspiring astronaut with special gift
The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
Artemis II crew reveals what snack they ate right after splashdown
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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5/10: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The Supreme Court ushers in a new era of gerrymandering; the legacy of CBS News Radio; motherless daughters; comedian Martin Short; rebuilding L.A.; remembering Ted Turner; and Martha Stewart prepares a Mother's Day breakfast.
Netanyahu on U.S. aid to Israel
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tell 60 Minutes he wants Israel to eventually stop relying on U.S. military aid: "It's time that we weaned ourselves from the remaining military support."
Face the Nation: Gottlieb, Lieu, Soeripto
Missed the second half of the show? Former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, Democratic Rep. Ted Lieu of California and Save the Children President and CEO Janti Soeripto join.
Soeripto on "humanitarian crisis" in Sudan
Janti Soeripto, the president and CEO of Save the Children who recently returned from a trip to the Sudan, told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the "world's worst humanitarian crisis is in Sudan," and the situation is "probably also the one that gets the least attention relative to the need."
Rep. Lieu on Virginia Supreme Court
Democratic Rep. Ted Lieu told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the Virginia Supreme Court decision that threw out the state's referendum that redrew their congressional districts was "not only wrong, it was disgraceful."